Welcome to our 2024 Summer Reading Program! This year’s theme is “Adventure Begins at Your Library.” To register, see the options below. To learn more about the program, continue reading for answers to frequently asked questions. You may also view or print a program brochure.
Registration begins on May 18th. The program officially kicks off on June 3rd.
Register online through a Google form: Summer Reading Program Registration 2024. You may also download and print a form below, or pick one up from the library!
Each paper form includes a registration application and reading log with an optional summer reading bingo sheet on the back side of the log. Choose the form by age group:
View and print Children Summer Reading Log
View and print Teen Summer Reading Log
View and print Adult Summer Reading Log
Programs & Schedule:
Our schedule of events is contained in our Summer Reading Brochure. View and print the brochure through the link above.
Frequently Asked Questions:
- What is the summer reading program?
- The Summer Reading Program is an annual program hosted every summer by public libraries across the U.S. Each year the CSLP designates an optional theme. The purpose of the Summer Reading Program is to prevent summer slide, or the loss of reading and knowledge retention during the summer months when kids aren’t in school. It is also a great way to foster a love of reading, get involved with the community, and celebrate your local library.
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- When does the Summer Reading Program start?
- You can register for the 2024 Summer Reading Program May 18th – June 29th. The program officially kicks off on June 3rd.
- How do I participate in the Summer Reading Program?
- To participate, you must first register for the Summer Reading Program. To register, simply fill out the google form above, call the library at 865-457-0519, or come into the library to register in person. There is a small gift for registering that must be picked up in person.
- Use the reading log to track your reading hours. There is also a bonus reading bingo sheet that will qualify you for an extra prize.
- Reading logs may be turned in and prizes picked up during the Summer Reading Finale on Friday, July 26th and the week after, until closing on Saturday, August 3rd.
- What are the age groups?
- Age groups for the Summer Reading Program are:
- Read to Me (Not reading independently)
- Early Reader (Beginning to read independently)
- Reader (Reading Independently)
- Teen (Rising 6th through 12th grade)
- Adult (18+)
- Age groups for the Summer Reading Program are:
- How many books should I read?
- This year, all age groups are required to read (or be read to) for a total of 15 hours.
- What books should I read?
- Generally, you should pick something that is on your reading level. This is a personal choice. The goal is to read and enjoy yourself. Pick books or other materials that you want to read.
- What counts as a book?
- We’re not picky! Books in the following formats are allowed:
- physical (hardback/paperback/etc.)
- ebooks and audiobooks
- Playaways and Wonderbooks
- Manga/comics/graphic novels
- What if it’s not a book?
- That’s okay too! Magazines, articles, fanfiction, webcomics, and etc. all count. Just be mindful that the amount you’ve read is similar in size/time spent reading a novel at your reading level.
- We’re not picky! Books in the following formats are allowed:
- How do I get material to read?
- We have several different ways for you to get books and other material:
- Check out books from the library! We have a huge collection of physical books and materials.
- Have you heard of Libby? Download the app on your smartphone or other compatible device, then connect your library card for access to thousands of different ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines.
- You can, of course, purchase and read your own books. As librarians, we fully understand the siren call of a bookstore.
- We now have access to a huge repository of news from around the country. To check out America’s News, just follow the link in the Tech Services tab at the top of the page.
- The Tennessee Electronic Library also has a ton of informational articles and other materials available to you for free.
- Just a helpful hint for parents: books read during our storytime events by our Children’s Librarian can count towards your reading logs.
- We have several different ways for you to get books and other material:
- I’ve read the required amount. Now what?
- Reading Logs can be turned in during Summer Reading Finale on July 26th starting at 5:30 pm. We will accept your reading logs after that until closing time at 3:00 on August 3rd.
- Do I get a prize?
- Yes! Prizes are determined by age group. To be eligible for a prize, you must turn in a completed reading log showing 15 hours completed before August 3rd at 3:00.
- Prizes are as follows:
- Read to Me, Early Reader, Reader, and Teens will receive: 1 book of choice from provided selection
- Adults (18+) will receive: One tote bag plus one entry into a gift card prize drawing
- Besides reading, what other things happen during the Summer Reading Program?
- We’re glad you asked! During our Summer Reading Program, we have a whole summer full of exciting events and activities planned around the Adventure theme! For a full calendar of events, please refer to the brochure uploaded above or provided to you during registration.
- What type of programs?:
- We have programs for all ages including:
- Storytimes
- Elementary programs
- Adult Crafts
- Teen Programs
- Computer Classes
- Book Club
- Special Events with guests
- We have programs for all ages including:
- I filled up my reading log. Can I have another?
- Although prizes are capped at 15 hours of reading logged, you’re welcome to start another log for fun or play the bonus reading bingo game on the back side of the Reading Log sheet for extra prizes!
- Will any program changes be announced ahead of time?
- Did we miss anything?
- If you still have questions, please contact the library at 865-457-0519, by email at questions@clintonpubliclibrary.org, or on our social media platforms. We’ll try our best to answer your questions.
